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  How long do I have to decide whether I want to continue any or all of my benefits available under the COBRA continuation of benefits?
 
You and your eligible dependents have sixty (60) days from the later of:
1. The effective date of the loss of eligibility (e.g. separation from employment other than for gross misconduct)
2. Reduction in hours
3. Layoff
4. The date of notification, whichever is later

You cannot extend the deadline to elect COBRA.
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